Banana Split for Birds🍌

 

I love a good banana split — it’s the perfect mix of fresh fruit, creamy goodness, and a little sweet indulgence. But let’s be honest… it’s not exactly bird-friendly!

Since my Sun Conure and Indian Ringneck both go bananas for bananas, we decided to create a safe, enrichment-packed version just for them.

This Banana Split for Birds is fun to make, naturally colourful, and a great way to turn snack time into playtime. Bananas are a healthy treat for birds in moderation, and this recipe adds in a few extra bird-safe ingredients to make it even more exciting!

What you'll need

  • 1 Fresh Banana
  • A few bird-safe berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • Your birds favourite seeds, nuts or foraging mix
  • A few of your birds favourite veggies (Carrot, Corn etc)
  • Plate
  • Spoon
  • Chopping Board

✨ Tip: All ingredients should be unsweetened, unsalted, and offered in moderation — this is a treat, not a full meal!

Instructions

  1.  Prepare the banana: Using a knife, make a cut down the centre and across the middle on one side of the banana. Peel back the four strips to create a boat-like shape.
  2. Scoop out the centre: Use a spoon to remove about a quarter to half of the banana's flesh, creating space for the fillings.
  3. Add fruits and veggies: Chop your parrot's preferred fruits and veggies into suitable sizes and place them into the hollowed section of the banana.
  4. Top with treats: Sprinkle your parrot's favourite seeds, nuts, or foraging blend on top for added texture and flavour.
  5. Serve: Offer the whole banana split to your bird, or cut it into chunks to share among your flock.

🌿 Why Birds Love It

✅ Encourages natural foraging and chewing
✅ Offers variety in taste, colour, and texture
✅ Easy to prepare and completely bird-safe
✅ A fun way to make snack time enriching!

Want More Fun Ideas?

Pair this DIY recipe with our range of natural foraging toys to keep your bird busy, stimulated, and happy all week long!

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